Aug 07, 2024
Veolia has prepared for severe storms moving through New Jersey this week as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby sweep up the East Coast. New Jersey is bracing for significant rainfall and the threat of flooding through Saturday.
Veolia is taking all necessary precautions to protect the water supply and the communities the company serves. The preparations include testing backup power supplies and taking steps to ensure the integrity of dams, storage tanks and treatment facilities. Emergency response teams are ready and Veolia continues to work closely with local and county emergency officials.
“Our teams are mobilizing and doing necessary work to keep communities safe and protected," said Alan Weland, Regional President of Veolia Water New Jersey. "Veolia has made certain we’re prepared to provide uninterrupted service and respond quickly and safely to any emergency situations. Our team is making certain we have everything in place to continue to provide water service to all our customers.”
Veolia provides water and wastewater services to more than 1.1 million customers across New Jersey.
Customers are asked to be weather-ready by checking their personal emergency preparedness plans and making sure they have ample emergency supplies such as flashlights, batteries, and food. Additional, helpful emergency preparedness tips are available at www.fema.gov.
“Many local agencies and organizations work together with Veolia to prepare for hurricanes and other severe storms,” Weland said. “We also urge our customers to be weather ready by checking their personal emergency preparedness plans now, before an emergency strikes.”